Consultant in Paediatric Dermatology (Part-Time- 5 PAs) Vascular

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant Paediatric Dermatologist to lead outpatient clinics for complex paediatric dermatology cases and contribute to inpatient reviews, ward referrals and laser treatments.

Based in central London, the post includes a 1:4 on-call rota and opportunities to work with multidisciplinary teams and cutting-edge therapies, within a supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology, or within 6 months of CCT at interview.
• MRCPCH by examination or equivalent.
• Licence to Practice on GMC Specialist Register.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality outpatient clinics for children with complex dermatological conditions.
• Contribute to inpatient dermatology reviews, ward referrals and admitted patient care.
• Manage complex vascular anomalies with systemic and targeted therapies; perform laser treatments.
• Participate in MDT meetings and 1:4 on-call rota.

Skills

Communication skills

Workload prioritisation

Team collaboration

Presentation skills

Research application

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Education

MRCPCH or equivalent

GMC specialist registration with Licence to Practice

Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology (or within 6 months of CCT)

Tools

N/A

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Paediatric Dermatology Department at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children for a 5 PA Consultant Paediatric Dermatologist post. The successful candidate will provide high-quality outpatient clinics for children with complex dermatological conditions and will contribute to inpatient dermatology reviews, ward referrals and the ongoing management of admitted patients. They will play a central role in the management of complex vascular anomalies, including the use of systemic and novel therapies, as well as in the care of a wide range of other paediatric skin disorders. In addition, they will undertake laser treatment for complex dermatological conditions.

The successful candidate will participate in multidisciplinary team meetings with colleagues from paediatric dermatology, histopathology, genetics, plastic surgery, interventional radiology and other paediatric subspecialties, contributing expert input to the management of complex cases. They will also participate in the 1:4 paediatric dermatology on-call rota, providing senior clinical advice and support.

Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology, or be within six months of CCT in Paediatrics at the time of interview. Applicants applying via the Portfolio Pathway (formerly CESR) must be on the Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology at the point of application.

Main duties of the job

Applicants must have extensive experience in paediatric dermatology, including the management of complex and emergency presentations. They must also have extensive experience in the management of patients with complex vascular anomalies, including the use of systemic and targeted therapies, and experience in independently performing laser treatments in paediatric dermatology patients. Please see the person specification for further information.Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, support with childcare and travel, excellent training and development opportunities, and assistance with finding accommodation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.

Person Specification

GOSH Culture and Values

Essential

• GOSH Values: Collaboration - We work together to deliver safe, consistent, patient-centred care. Respect - We treat everyone with respect, kindness and equity. Curiosity - We stay curious to drive innovation that delivers exceptional patient outcomes.

Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential

• GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
• On the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology, OR within 6 months of CCT in Paediatrics at the time of the scheduled interview. Applicants applying via the Portfolio Pathway (formerly CESR) must be on the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology at the point of application.
• MRCPCH by examination or equivalent

Desirable

• Higher degree - PhD, MD or equivalent
• Formal teaching qualification
• Leadership qualification

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive experience in paediatric dermatology, including the management of complex and emergency presentations
• Extensive experience in the management of patients with complex vascular anomalies, including the use of systemic and targeted therapies
• Experience in independently performing laser treatments in paediatric dermatology patients
• Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
• Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
• Valid BLS Training
• Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects

Desirable

• Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
• Valid APLS and NLS training
• Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
• Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
• Experience of clinical leadership or management

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• High level written and oral communication skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Presentation skills
• Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
• Ability to work on own initiative within an ever changing environment.

Desirable

• Leadership skills